A couple of posts ago, I jokingly declared that I should become a professional photographer. Well, this past week officially confirmed it: that is 100% my post-retirement calling. I’m buying a real camera, folks, and there’s no turning back! It all started on Saturday at my friends Molly and Derek’s wedding in Marshall, where I managed to capture what might honestly be one of the … Continue reading I MIGHT BE GOOD AT THIS!
Want to hear about my favorite moments from our vacation this week? Stick around until the end—I promise it’s worth it! Roxie and I have taken the trip to Duluth and the Minnesota North Shore many times, and we always find ourselves wanting to go back. It started with a long, eight-hour drive from Madison up to Grand Marais. We absolutely love this little town … Continue reading Two Lovebirds, Two Solo Moments, One Great Vacation
I have a habit that drives some of my family and friends a little nuts: I take pictures of almost every meal I eat. While it might look like a strange obsession from the outside, I actually have a very practical reason for doing it. About a year ago, following a hospital stay, a nurse suggested that I find a consistent way to track my … Continue reading I HAVE AN OBSESSION
Another Raymo Cup is in the books, and I’m happy to report that the tradition is still going strong. This was our 24th year of getting the guys together to golf, catch up, and just enjoy being family. Between my brothers Jim and Greg, our sons, the grandsons—including my grandson Zane—and a few brave in-laws and cousins once in a while, we usually have a … Continue reading Family, Fairways & Food
On this Father’s Day, my mind and heart are full. I’m spending today thinking about my own dad—he was a truly good man, and I miss him. But I’m also looking at the next generation. I have to say, nothing makes me prouder than watching my three sons with their own kids. They have turned into absolutely phenomenal fathers, and seeing that is the best … Continue reading MY SONS ARE GREAT DADS
I had the absolute privilege of being at Pebble Creek Golf Course in Becker this past week to cover the State Class A golf tournament for KLQP. I have to tell you, this is hands-down one of my favorite high school sporting events of the entire year, and Pebble Creek is just the perfect stage for it. While I was driving my golf cart around … Continue reading RAYMO’S SECOND CALLING! MOVE OVER, PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS!
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